Laura .

Lakewood, New Jersey

Laura .

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello and welcome! I’m Laura, and I’m delighted to connect with you here. As a doula and a mother of three wonderful kids, I bring a deep understanding of the joys and challenges of parenthood. My journey into doula work was inspired by my own experiences, and I’m passionate about supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and beyond. With a warm and nurturing approach, I aim to provide personalized care and guidance, ensuring you feel empowered and confident every step of the way. Whether you’re beginning to explore your options or eagerly anticipating the arrival of your little one, I’m here to offer unwavering support and a comforting presence. Let’s work together to create a positive and empowering birth experience for you and your growing family.

Stacy White

Maple Shade, New Jersey

5.0 (1 review)

Stacy White

3 years of experience

After many years of soul searching, Stacy created Hold My Heart in an effort to combine her passion for caretaking with her education and experience in business administration. Stacy is trained as a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, reproductive health counselor, and breastfeeding peer counselor through the Community Doulas of South Jersey and Uzazi Village and is in the process of enrolling as a provider through NJ FamilyCare. Stacy loves to be a calming and uplifting presence in the lives of those around her. She also loves to make people laugh. Stacy is a mother of two awesome little girls, and loves to play volleyball, watch movies, and host get-togethers with her friends and family.

Recent review

Couldn’t ask for a better person to have in my corner. Understood my wants/needs, and communicated confidently and professionally when I needed a voice. Provides a calming presence, knowing she has your back.

- Brittany E.

Amber Baughman

Gloucester City, New Jersey

Amber Baughman

3 years of experience

Hi I’m Amber and I am a loving mother of 3 beautiful children. I come from a diverse background and have had 3 very different birth experiences. After having my last baby in 2021 I became incredibly invested in women’s birthing experiences, before, during and after and through research saw that there was a need in my area for supportive women just like me. I decided to take the journey to become a Doula and will be continuing my education in all areas. I want to help change the way women think of their birthing experience and make Doula service and Breastfeeding services more obtainable for all women no matter your circumstances. Please reach out if you have questions about how I can help make your birthing experience better. ❤️

Emma Andriotis

West Deptford, New Jersey

Emma Andriotis

2 years of experience

Welcome! My name is Emma, I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula, childbirth educator, babywearing educator, and very knowledgeable and passionate in lactation support. My passion is empowering and educating you to have the birth and postpartum experience you want. Send me a message and let's set up a free phone call!

carlene vermeal

Point Pleasant, New Jersey

3.7 (3 reviews)

carlene vermeal

4 years of experience

My calling for birth work started with a traumatic first birth, but has opened my eyes to the beauty that is child birth. I began educating myself which resulted in discovering what a doula was. I felt in my heart if I was able to rewrite my birth narrative, then I can be that person for others. I began attending births as a doula in November 2021. Along this journey, I became pregnant with my third child and was able to experience the difference the midwifery model of care can make. As I carried my child in my womb, attending mostly hospital births as a doula, I saw so many women not being heard or respected. I felt this urgency to become a midwife myself, because all women deserve to be supported. Birth is a natural event that sometimes needs medical attention and not the other way around. I was so inspired to make this my life’s work that I enrolled at the National College of Midwifery September 2022. I have not only been a victim myself but witnessed how our culture has stripped women of their birthing power. I have had three very different personal experiences with three very different births myself. One very medicalized birth turned into cesarean, one unmedicated vbac in a hospital and my last birth was at a birth center ! My hope and passion is to help other women feel the power that comes when their autonomy is left intact! I believe that birth is sacred. I believe in you and your ability to birth. I hold space for the spiritual, the physical, the emotional. I am here to help you with your fears, your hopes, and your dreams. In January 2023 I decided to attend a reiki 1 and 2 training. I have been incorporating this spiritual modality when requested. The pairing on energy work within the birth space has had a magical impact on my clients and my own personal enlightenment. I believe that every woman deserves to birth in a way that is safe for her and her baby, in a way that assures she feels honored and supported.

Recent review

I can’t say enough good things about Carly, Angela and Amanda. I was beyond impressed with how much I learned from them about my pregnancy and future delivery. Because of that, I was not scared to give birth and I trusted that they would be by my side when the day came. I can’t describe the sense of relief, and safety I felt having them in my corner. During my delivery, Carly was my rock. She supported me 200% and backed me up with every decision that I made. Hiring a doula was the best decision that I made during my pregnancy and I can’t wait to get to work with Carly, Angela and Amanda for all of my future pregnancies! I love them so much!

- Alyssa Z.

Syreeta BW

Camden, New Jersey

Syreeta BW

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi there! I'm Rae (Syreeta), I am a Full Spectrum Doula, Child Birth Educator, Mama, and The Founder of Cleo's Haven. After my experience, I decided it was time to start my journey of becoming Doula. Pregnancy and Birth is a life changing event that requires a special level of support. I believe we all have a right to a birthing experience that is free from trauma and suffering. As a doula my goal is to provide birthing mothers and persons with the tools to feel empowered while on this journey. 


Safia Rock-Worrell

Greenwich Township, New Jersey

Safia Rock-Worrell

Hello I'm Safia Rock-Worrell, I am a trained Birth and Postpartum doula in the Gloucester County area of New Jersey. Birth work is not just my work, it is my passion. I believe in the scaredness of birth and that through education and preparing the right atmosphere, birth can be empowering and free. I believe "Your birth, Your choice". I will strive to help you have the birth you desire, as close as medically possible. I am always seeking to attain knowledge in birth work, to better serve my clients. When I am not serving or learning, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our 7 children and our pup.

Michelle Washington

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Michelle Washington

11 years of experience

Belle has been in birthwork for 7 years. She is a momma to a cat, Femi, and 36 houseplants (and counting!). Belle believes education is the key to the birth, postpartum, and parenting journeys you desire. Doula Belle is a certified birth doula (DONA), Hypnobabies’s Childbirth Education Instructor, trained fertility doula , postpartum doula, Hypnodoula, PAIL doula, abortion doula, Placenta Encapsulator, is trained and educated in nutrition, movement, and herb usage during the perinatal time, and many other Birthy things. She provides support for ALL types of families and birthers; LGBTQ, first-time parents, single parents, adoptive, those with religion specific needs, VBACs, diet restrictions, medical challenges, ALL birthers in need of support. Belle attends births all over Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. She specializes in home births but frequently attends births at hospitals all over Southern Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Daina Tate

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Daina Tate

3 years of experience

I’m Daina, a successful, driven and fabulous career woman who happens to be a doting mother of one. I’m also a trained doula and a passionate advocate for all moms.

Rasheada From one mother to a Doula

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Rasheada From one mother to a Doula

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

With 10 years of experience working in the field of Education, I am a licensed educator. I worked as a Nanny full-time during my summers off. I began work part-time as a Postpartum Doula in 2020. I become a certified PostPartum Doula and entered the field Full-time. I am skilled at educating parents on best practices when caring for newborn babies and helping adults make the transition into parenthood smooth and easy.

Recent review

Rasheada is very knowledgeable, caring and empathetic doula. She takes care to care for the mother pre birth and has been a invaluable guide post birth.

- C J.

Fatima Reed

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Fatima Reed

3 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Fatima! I have been in the birthing world for a little over a year. I would love to say I chose this field, however it chose me! Being 1 or 6 girls, I had been to my fair share of births. I also battled with Postpartum depression, which lead me to doing postpartum work. I’ve serviced many family in the Philadelphia and surrounding areas. I am a mother too two! My favorite parts of my work, are being able to assist the families, as they navigate into their new norm! I assist with things such as helping the Birthing Parents advocate for themselves. Helping make Birth Plans and informed decisions. I want my families to feel confident in their abilities as they become new parents. I assist with thing like feedings, changing, light housekeeping and meal prep! Let’s connect!

Julia Marcel

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Julia Marcel

6 years of experience

I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator, a certified DONA birth doula, and photographer based out of Philadelphia. I am passionate about supporting women throughout the extraordinary journey of pregnancy, birth, and beyond! As a dedicated birth professional, I create sacred spaces of empowerment and tranquility, where women can embrace the joy of this transformative phase of life.

Paulla Mitchell

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Paulla Mitchell

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello to all, my name is Paulla and I'm a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, and breastfeeding counselor. I am also into holistic medicine. I love what I do and can't wait to see all you beautiful faces.

Alena Wise

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Alena Wise

8 years of experience

The Doula that is bringing Joy back to childbirth and pregnancy. Let me support YOU during the most powerful time in your life to advocate and nature you with love and amazing techniques to help you push through your delivery day because birth should be done your way because it’s your body and baby.

Nicole Sawyers-Todd

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Nicole Sawyers-Todd

11 years of experience

Hello! My name is Nicole. I’m a Birth Doula and I also offer overnight postpartum and newborn care to new and expectant families throughout South Jersey, Philly, and surrounding areas. I believe it is a gift to be able to make a difference in the way a family feels supported and cared for throughout their journey. It’s the reason I became a Doula. I personally know what it feels like to be supported vs not. I feel extremely fortunate and honored to have been trusted and invited into many birth spaces over the years. It is a mission that I continue to take very seriously. I specialize in helping people have redemptive births after previous birth trauma, VBAC, advocacy, and physiologic birth. I aim to help people find their voice and birth from a place of power, strength and confidence!

Shanti Fatou

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Shanti Fatou

12 years of experience

Shanti is often described by her peers as genuine, reliable, nurturing & supportive. These are also the qualities that make her a great doula. Her belief is that all women deserve a pregnancy & birthing experience rooted in education, advocacy, equity and holistic wellness. She will soon be a certified full spectrum doula and childbirth educator through Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings. She studied Maternal & Child Health Education at Howard University. Shanti currently works as a Family Engagement Specialist at the Maternity Care Coalition in Philadelphia. ​ Her interests in this work began during the birth of her first niece when she was 9 years old. It was clear to her early on that she had a purpose in birthwork. She has supported hospital births as well as birth centers and assists both medicated and unmedicated births. When she isn’t working, Shanti is an avid traveller and loves the arts. She also enjoys being a dog mom, spending time with loved ones and staying active with yoga & dance. She is a fluent Spanish speaker and is currently learning French.

Recent review

Shanti is awesome! She helped us out overnight when we were desperate for sleep. She knew exactly what to do and even helped get out baby down for a long stretch of sleep! I highly recommend her

- Eliana N.

Larissa Melo Pienkowski

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Larissa Melo Pienkowski

I’m Larissa (she/ela/ella), a birth and postpartum doula based in Philadelphia, PA. My practice is rooted in the beliefs that birth is a sacred act of transformation, that birthing people hold innate wisdom in their bodies, and that we all deserve safe, affirming, size-inclusive reproductive healthcare. As a birthworker, I offer a compassionate and comforting presence, intuitive and evidence-based information, physical support, fierce advocacy, and space for birthing people of all identities to move through pregnancy and labor peacefully and confidently. I myself identify as queer and Latina. Eu falo português e adoraria trabalhar com famílias brasileiras. 🇧🇷 In my free time, I love to cook, read, journal, play volleyball, practice Pilates, and make pottery, and I’m passionate about weaving mindfulness, movement, and nourishment into birthwork in ways that uplift radiant, full-body joy. I’m lucky to live with my wife and our Siberian husky, Olaf, in Germantown, Philadelphia.

Recent review

Larissa was an incredible birth doula. She is extremely knowledgeable and provided so many helpful resources ahead of my birth, which truly helped me feel informed and prepared. Throughout the process, she empowered me to advocate for myself and make confident decisions. During labor, her calm presence was grounding and reassuring, and she was always attentive and protective of my birth space. I felt supported, heard, and truly cared for every step of the way.

- Nitia E.

Edoukou Aka-Ezoua

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

5.0 (1 review)

Edoukou Aka-Ezoua

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I have always been passionate about making sure people feel supported and cared for in various capacities. My job as your doula is to provide holistic and comprehensive doula care that acknowledges the physical, mental, social, and spiritual factors that can impact the birth and postpartum journey. I practice from a person centered perspective where your needs, values, agency, and desires are at the forefront. Whether you're birthing in a hospital or at home, or just need someone to hold your baby so you can take some time for yourself, my job is to help you feel supported and care for in your perinatal journey so you can thrive.

Recent review

Edoukou was a great doula to have by my side during the birth of my first child. She went above and beyond to make sure I had everything that I needed tom make my birthing experience memorable. She was also great post partum to care for my son while I got some very well needed rest. I would highly recommend her services. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!

- Yaba P.

Natalie Scantlebury

Eddington, Pennsylvania

Natalie Scantlebury

2 years of experience

I’m Natalie, founder of Loops & Kisses Doula Services. I provide intentional, holistic, and culturally attuned support for families who want to feel safe, seen, and in control of their birth and postpartum journey. My approach blends evidence-based information, intuitive care, and hands-on support so you’re not just surviving these transitions, you’re moving through them with confidence and clarity. Whether it’s building a birth plan that reflects your vision, creating space for rest and healing in postpartum, or helping you navigate conversations with your care team, I’m here to protect your autonomy, center your voice, and hold space for your lived experiences.

Tara Taylor

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Tara Taylor

11 years of experience

I am a certified doula with ten years of experience in supporting and empowering families through their journeys. My passion for this work began with babysitting in my community, which then led to my role as an infant daycare teacher and eventually to becoming an overnight caregiver for new families. It has been an honor and privilege to be trusted by families during such a pivotal time in their lives. Creating lasting memories, empowering women, and providing comprehensive support are central to my approach. I am deeply committed to making a positive impact with the families I support, offering them care, guidance, and a safe space for communication. I look forward to supporting you!